French order

The French order in architecture is a style characterized by the use of rusticated columns, introduced by French architect Philibert Delorme in the 16th century. This style is part of the broader concept of architectural orders, which are defined by specific types of columns and entablatures. The five major classical orders are Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, Tuscan, and Composite. While the French order specifically uses rusticated columns, it aligns with the Renaissance revival of classical architectural principles, which emphasized proportion and the use of these established orders.123